Kosta Nedeljković joins the ranks of Serbian footballers in Birmingham with move to Aston Villa

Kosta Nedeljković, the talented right-back from Red Star Belgrade, is set to embark on a challenging journey in the Premier League with his move to Aston Villa. The English club has paid €9 million for the young player, who caught attention with his performances in the Champions League last autumn.

Nedeljković's transfer to the Premier League at the young age of 18 is a significant leap in his career, placing him among a distinguished list of Serbian players who have graced England's top football competition. While many Serbian players have made their mark in the Premier League, including Nemanja Vidić at Manchester United and Branislav Ivanović at Chelsea, Nedeljković is one of the youngest to make this move.

Aston Villa has a history of signing Serbian talent, going back to 1995 when they acquired Savo Milošević from Partizan for 3.5 million pounds. Milošević, then a young forward and the top scorer in the Serbian SuperLiga, made a significant impact at Villa Park, scoring 32 goals in 111 appearances and winning the League Cup in 1996. Another notable

Serbian, Saša 'Đani' Ćurčić, also joined Aston Villa from Bolton, though his tenure in Birmingham was marked by fewer appearances and a flamboyant off-field lifestyle.

Additionally, Nikola Žigić, the towering striker from Red Star Belgrade, Valencia, and Racing, played in Birmingham, but for Aston Villa's city rivals, Birmingham City.

Now, it's Kosta Nedeljković's turn to make his mark in the Premier League and in a city where Serbian players have historically performed at a high level. His move to Aston Villa signifies not only a big step for his personal career but also continues the legacy of Serbian footballers making an impact in Birmingham.

Nedeljković will aim to establish himself in one of the world's most competitive leagues, following in the footsteps of his predecessors who have left a significant mark in English football.